Paris in Bear Lake County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
Paris Tabernacle
Swiss stone masons cut and carved red sandstone that horse and ox teams hauled from a canyon 18 miles away. In winter, sled loads of rock were pulled over ice across Bear Lake. Shingles and other lumber came from nearby forests. After a century of use, this unaltered monument remains as a reminder of pioneer achievement.
Erected by Idaho Department of Transportation. (Marker Number 386.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Idaho State Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1884.
Location. 42° 13.536′ N, 111° 24.054′ W. Marker is in Paris, Idaho, in Bear Lake County. Marker is on South Main Street (U.S. 89 at milepost 15.8) near East 1st South Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 61 South Main Street, Paris ID 83261, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Paris (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles Coulson Rich (within shouting distance of this marker); Our First Church (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Thomas Sleight Cabin (about 800 feet away); Bloomington (approx. 2.6 miles away); British Settlers (approx. 2.9 miles away); Overland Emigration Routes (approx. 4.3 miles away); Ovid Townsite (approx. 4.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Paris.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 19, 2017. It was originally submitted on July 19, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 386 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 19, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.